Frontenac Destination Development Plan
Thank you to everyone that has participated and offered your time and valuable input on the Frontenac County Destination Development Plan.
A Destination Development Plan is a 5-10 year road map that aligns government, economic development, community and tourism priorities. It addresses the interactions between visitors, the industry that serves them, the community that hosts them, and the environment in order to deliver a more sustainable and equitable year-round local economy.
Ultimately, the Plan is designed to protect and enhance the character of the destination, increase destination competitiveness and visitor spend, and optimize overall quality of life for local residents. The goal is to help ensure that everyone in the destination has an opportunity to benefit from, and contribute to, the local visitor economy.
Also, the Plan integrates strategic initiatives through the lens of economic, social, cultural and environmental sustainability to help ensure the Plan is embraced by the community.
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Share 1. Align tourism with development and placemaking initiatives to attract investment on Facebook Share 1. Align tourism with development and placemaking initiatives to attract investment on Twitter Share 1. Align tourism with development and placemaking initiatives to attract investment on Linkedin Email 1. Align tourism with development and placemaking initiatives to attract investment link
Provide any comments or ideas about the draft priorities listed below.
- Support economic cluster development in municipalities, including promoting ongoing Main Street-type developments
- Invest in wayfinding and public amenities County-wide
- Ensure appropriate mix of accommodation available across County
- connect operators and community;
- understand different priorities in different areas;
- increase awareness about challenges and value/opportunities; and address confusion around regulations and licensing
- Increase community-driven events in specific areas and times of year.
View All Ideasover 2 years ago
Reduce red tape
Frontenac County should cut unnecessary regulations, fees and onerous approval processes wherever possible to encourage investment. It should also advocate for the province to do the same. Developers, investors, small businesses are drowning in red tape and government-related costs. As a small business, I see government as the main threat to our financial health as new regulations and costs seem to be constantly brought forward.
over 2 years ago
Offer investment & expansion incentives
Incentives to small business to locate here and/or expand existing operations. Incentives could be grants, loans, reduced taxes, reduced or waived development charges or other approval fees.
over 2 years ago
Maintain and enhance existing environmental laws and requirements for new builds.
over 2 years ago
Safe stargazing camp site
Dark reserve area
over 2 years ago
It would be great to be different than kingston by keeping builds to larger lots of 1 to 2 acres to keep the country charm of SF.
The charm of the area is that it's not compact and one big cluster. We left kingston due to how close all the houses are. The beauty of South frontenac is how spacious it is. If you over build then it will for sure lose its charm and along with it the great sense of community that comes with having that extra space from your neighbor.
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Share 2. Connect community organizations to promote diverse local identity and cultural experiences on Facebook Share 2. Connect community organizations to promote diverse local identity and cultural experiences on Twitter Share 2. Connect community organizations to promote diverse local identity and cultural experiences on Linkedin Email 2. Connect community organizations to promote diverse local identity and cultural experiences link
Provide any comments or ideas about the draft priorities listed below.
- Develop Indigenous tourism experiences, and integrate Indigenous lens into existing experiences with help of provincial/federal partners
- Create a dedicated tool for cultural events and experiences
- Develop a cultural council to steward growth of local creative economy
- Partner with schools to capitalize on resources and provide opportunities for faculty/students
View All Ideasover 2 years ago
Engage with local Algonquins
This is traditionally Algonquin land. We need to acknowledge and include indigenous peoples in Frontenac County.
over 2 years ago
Hopefully invite ONWA the language nest to be leaders in decisions on best approach to plan First Nations and Métis events. Working together
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Share 3. Develop, curate and promote a trail-based, sustainable outdoor recreation ecosystem on Facebook Share 3. Develop, curate and promote a trail-based, sustainable outdoor recreation ecosystem on Twitter Share 3. Develop, curate and promote a trail-based, sustainable outdoor recreation ecosystem on Linkedin Email 3. Develop, curate and promote a trail-based, sustainable outdoor recreation ecosystem linkView All Ideas
Provide any comments or ideas about the draft priorities listed below.
- Create a dedicated tool for outdoor events and experiences
- Promote County trail systems and further develop “Rail Trails” infrastructure
- Develop a public-private environmental sustainability group to establish benchmarks and address environmental quality long-term
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Share 4. Develop a County-wide culinary experience and educational road map on Facebook Share 4. Develop a County-wide culinary experience and educational road map on Twitter Share 4. Develop a County-wide culinary experience and educational road map on Linkedin Email 4. Develop a County-wide culinary experience and educational road map link
Provide any comments or ideas about the draft priorities listed below.
- Create a dedicated tool for culinary experiences and events
- Collaborate with regional and provincial organizations leading the food and beverage tourism industry
- Create a food system model to share best practices across entire supply/distribution chain
- Align with existing food-based initiatives, such as the annual Open Farms event
View All Ideasover 2 years ago
Multicultural Local Charity food event in ( Autumn )by water behind k pen. Free parking limit parking 1 hour.
over 2 years ago
Farmers market should be at the Point in Sydenham.
Farmer's Market at the Point, Sydenahm
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Frontenac County is creating a Destination Development Plan, and we want your help!
A Destination Development Plan is a 5-10 year road map that aligns government, economic development, community and tourism priorities. It addresses the interactions between visitors, the industry that serves them, the community that hosts them, and the environment in order to deliver a more sustainable and equitable year-round local economy.
Over the next 5 - 10 year horizon, what opportunities do you think exist for tourism in Frontenac County?
Who's Listening
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Phone 613-548-9400 ext 330 Email rallen@frontenaccounty.ca -
Documents
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Frontenac County Destination Development Plan - FINAL.pdf (15.1 MB) (pdf)
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DestinationNEXT Assessment - Frontenac County V2.pdf (3.56 MB) (pdf)
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Steering Committee Kickoff Meeting - Opportunities and Challenges.pdf (1.34 MB) (pdf)
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Discussion Slides - Frontenac Steering Committee (Nov 23, 2021).pdf (8.13 MB) (pdf)
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2022-042 Appendix 1 Frontenac Destination Development Plan.pdf (2.44 MB) (pdf)
